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Regina Chains Launches New Website

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Regina Chains Launches New Website

Regina’s new web site ~http://www.reginachain.it/~ Regina announces it has developed a new web site for those seeking knowledge on motorcycle chain. At the site one can find: “¢ Information on the history of Regina, a map to the home offices and the world wide sales network. The sales network page has an interactive world map where dealers can find the distributors for Regina in their region. “¢ Information on the recommended chains for Street, ATV, Motocross, or Enduro use, along with Trials, Karting and Engine chains. “¢ A listing of the entire range of Regina motorcycle, kart and engine chains with dimensions, weights, strengths and technical information. “¢ Regina’s racing heritage, current sponsored racers and a photo gallery of sponsored racers from MotoGP, WSB, MX1 and MX2 “¢ An extensive Use & Maintenance section with notes on installation tips, tools and breakers, lubrication, maintenance, when to replace, a trouble shooting guide, and downloadable video clips of the above topics. “¢ The English language version is available by clicking on the British flag when on the Italian home page or one can go to this site: ~http://www.reginachain.it/eng/index.asp~

Stroud On Provisional Entry List For Phillip Island World Superbike Round

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Stroud On Provisional Entry List For Phillip Island World Superbike Round

Provisional World Superbike Entry List For Phillip Island Event April 1-3 1, James Toseland, GBR, Duc 999F05, Ducati Xerox Team 3, Norick Abe, JPN, Yam YZF-R1, Yamaha Motor France – IPONE 6, Mauro Sanchini, ITA, Kaw ZX-10R, Team PSG-1 Kawasaki Corse 7, Pierfrancesco Chili, ITA, Hon CBR1000RR, Team Klaffi Honda 8, Ivan Clementi, ITA, Kaw ZX-10R, Team Kawasaki Bertocchi 9, Chris Walker, GBR, Kawa ZX-10R, Team PSG-1 Kawasaki Corse 10, Fonsi Nieto, ESP, Duc 999RS, Team Ducati SC – Caracchi 11, Troy Corser, AUS, Suz GSX-R1000, Team Alstare Suzuki Corona Extra 12, Lorenzo Alfonsi, ITA, Yam YZF-R1, D.F. X. Treme 17, Miguel Praia, POR, Yam YZF-R1, DFXtreme Sterilgarda 19, Lucio Pedercini, ITA, Duc 999RS, Team Pedercini 20, Marco Borciani, ITA, Yam YZF-R1, DFXtreme Sterilgarda 23, Jiri Mrkyvka, CZE, Duc 999RS, SBK Team JM 24, Garry McCoy, AUS, Foggy PETRONAS FP1, Foggy Petronas Racing 27, Alessio Corradi*, ITA, Duc 999RS, Team Pedercini 30, Jose Luis Cardoso, ESP, Yam YZF-R1, D.F. X. Treme 31, Karl Muggeridge, AUS, Hon CBR1000RR, Winston Ten Kate Honda 32, Sebastien Gimbert, FRA, Yam YZF-R1, Yamaha Motor France – IPONE 41, Noriyuki Haga, JPN, Yam YZF-R1, Yamaha Motor Italia WSB Team 45, Gianluca Vizziello, ITA, Yam YZF-R1, Team Lorenzini by Leoni 55, Regis Laconi, FRA, Duc 999F05, Duc Xerox Team 57, Lorenzo Lanzi, ITA, Duc 999RS, Team Ducati SC – Caracchi 71, Yukio Kagayama, JPN, Suz GSX-R1000, Team Alstare Suzuki Corona Extra 76, Max Neukirchner, GER, Hon CBR1000RR, Team Klaffi Honda 77, Chris Vermeulen, AUS, Hon CBR1000RR, Winston Ten Kate Honda 88, Andrew Pitt, AUS, Yam YZF-R1, Yamaha Motor Italia WSB Team 99, Steve Martin, AUS, Foggy PETRONAS FP1, Foggy Petronas Racing 155, Ben Bostrom, USA, Hon CBR1000RR, Team Renagade KOJI 200, Giovanni Bussei, ITA, Kaw ZX-10R, Team Kawasaki Bertocchi 93, Andrew Stroud, NZE, Suz GSX-R1000, Superbike New Zealand *Substitute rider for Alessio Velini

Another Sponsor For USGPRU Series

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Another Sponsor For USGPRU Series

USGPRU Announces Repsol Lubricants Sweepstakes ODENTON, MD. — The United States Grand Prix Racers Union (USGPRU) today announced Repsol Lubricants Sweepstakes on the www.usgpru.net website. Nearly one hundred winners will be selected through the Sweepstakes. No purchase is required to participate in the Repsol Lubricants Sweepstakes. Winners will be announced both on the USGPRU website and race events. Repsol Lubricants is also sponsoring each USGPRU race event with Repsol merchandise prizes for race participants. “Repsol’s support of the USGPRU is consistent with our support for two-wheeled competition on the World level including MotoGP, AMA Pro Racing, and Dakar Rally”, said Ignacio Belloni, North American Brand Manager for Repsol YPF. “We wanted to bring a bit of the fun factor to the USGPRU through the Repsol Lubricants Sweepstakes, offering anybody a chance to win”. “While we’re having fun, the Repsol Lubricants Sweepstakes helps increase awareness of the USGPRU and GP racing here in the United States”, said Stewart Aitken-Cade, President of the USGPRU. “The Repsol name is synonymous with MotoGP racing’s Nicky Hayden, Max Biaggi, and Valentino Rossi. This level of name recognition catapults the USGPRU to the forefront of road racing in the United States.” About Repsol YPF Repsol YPF is an integrated oil and gas company of international dimension, operating in over 25 countries, and leader in Spain and Argentina. One of the world’s ten largest private oil companies and the largest private energy company in Latin America in terms of assets, it produces over 1.1 million barrels of oil equivalent per day of oil and gas, and owns over 5 billion barrels of oil equivalent in reserves, mostly in Latin America and North Africa. With a refining capacity more than 1.2 million barrels per day, it operates nine refineries, five of them in Spain, three in Argentina, and one in Peru. For the last 35 years, Repsol products have been tested under the most demanding conditions, from MotoGP to the Dakar Rally. Under these extreme conditions where engines often have to perform at the highest level for very long periods of time it is fundamental to protect them with lubricants that guarantee the highest reliability. With more than 30 titles worldwide, we can rest assured that we are offering you “World Champion Lubricants”. For more information, please see www.repsolypf.com About USGPRU The USGPRU is the officially recognized Motorcycle 125 Grand Prix National Championship(r) and 250 Grand Prix National Championship TM series. The USGPRU emulates true World MotoGP racing experience and serves to attract young riders to gain experience in a professional environment and provide a path to world-class motorcycle racing. The USGPRU structures events with extended length grand prix racing exclusive to the GP machines, timed qualifying and strong contingency and sponsor support. For additional details, visit www.USGPRU.net

WERA National Season Starts This Weekend In Florida

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WERA National Season Starts This Weekend In Florida

WERA National Series Begins 2005 Season This Weekend JENNINGS, Fla. – WERA will begin the 2005 National Endurance and Challenge Series season this weekend at Florida’s Jennings GP, the first of 11 races for the top amateur series in the nation. The weekend’s racing will begin with the six-hour WERA Dunlop National Endurance Series race on Saturday, March 26. The race begins at 11:30 and will feature five classes. A full grid is expected as teams are anxious for racing after the long off-season. Vesrah Suzuki will be returning to defend their overall and Heavyweight Superbike title on a Suzuki GSX-R1000. Their rider lineup for the season includes Mark Junge, Tray Batey and John Jacobi. Other returning class champions include Team Velocity Racing and Army of Darkness. A number of new teams are slated for the series, as well. The WERA Michelin National Challenge Series will feature ten-lap sprint races on Sunday, March 27. After practice in the morning, the racing will begin at noon. Notable classes include Formula 1, Open Superstock, and 600 and 750 Superstock. The Superstock classes are traditionally showcases for the best talent in the amateur ranks, with many competitors going on to a professional career. Other classes include Heavyweight and Lightweight Twins, 600 and 750 Superbike, and Formula 2. Jennings GP is a motorcycle-only track conveniently located off of I-75, just 20 miles south of Valdosta, Ga. Directions to the track can be found at www.jenningsgp.com or by calling 386-938-1110. Tickets for the opening round of the WERA National Series are $30, including Friday’s practice day and race days. Tickets for Sunday only are $20. Camping is also available. More information about WERA, including a full schedule of events and updated points after each round, can be found at www.WERA.com More, from a press release issued by Team Velocity Racing: Team Velocity Racing to Defend Title in WERA National Endurance Series AUGUSTA, Ga. – Team Velocity Racing has announced that they will return to the WERA National Endurance Series for the 2005 season to defend their Heavyweight Superstock title. Team Velocity Racing rode the No. 3 Yamaha YZF-R1 to the class championship last year in only their second season together. The competition in the class was fierce all season, and the championship was not decided until the final round at Road Atlanta in October. For this season, team owner Chuck Ivey is anxious to build upon the team’s knowledge and success in Heavyweight Superstock. “We wanted to defend our title and perfect our program this season,” stated Ivey. “Sure we won the championship last year, but we made some mistakes. Until we’re prepared to win consistently, I don’t want to move up to Heavyweight Superbike. I think another year of Superstock and growing as a team will help us take another step forward.” Team Velocity Racing will feature the riding talents of Ivey, Reuben Frankenfield, Steven Breckenridge and Mark Crozier. Ivey, Frankenfield and Breckenridge are returning for their third season with the team. Crozier is a veteran of endurance racing and has already begun testing the Team Velocity Racing Yamaha. “Steven, Reuben and I have gotten to know each other and we all work well together,” explained Ivey. “Bringing Mark on is a logical step. We’ve all known him for a few years, and he’s got a lot of knowledge and talent. He adapted to our bike quickly when we tested.” The first race of the season for Team Velocity Racing will be the WERA National Endurance Series season opener at Jennings GP in Florida. The six-hour race will be held on Saturday, March 26. Fans can keep up with Team Velocity Racing’s endurance season at www.TeamVelocityRacing.com

Fund-Raising Party Results Announced

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Fund-Raising Party Results Announced

TrackDaz Donates over $1000 to Roadracing World Action Fund Thanks to all that showed up at Hooters Anaheim to watch the Daytona 200! We all had a great time, good to meet new riders and see familiar faces. And in keeping with TrackDaz tradition, we had a raffle with some smashing prizes provided by TrackDaz and our sponsors. Hahm Motorsports also brought in some great accessories and prizes and helped make this nothing less than a spectacular giveaway, with many of those in attendance walking away with some outstanding prizes. In all the raffle raised just over $500 dollars, which TrackDaz is matching for a donation of over $1000 to the Roadracing World Action Fund to make our sport safer! Looks like we are going to make this a yearly event. Thanks to Hooters Anaheim and all of our great sponsors for helping us make this event a success! From another press release: The 2nd annual CherrypickerRacing.com Daytona Party sponsored by Riders-Choice was a complete success. With over 100 race fans attending the event, we are happy to announce that the auction and raffle ticket sales raised over $10,000 for the Canadian Roadracers Safety Fund. “There was a lot of effort put into planning this event.” said John Brundl, the event organizer. “But seeing the support from the industry for the sport made it all worthwhile.”

Racers Know They’re Having Bad Luck When They Get Hurt At Work…

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Racers Know They’re Having Bad Luck When They Get Hurt At Work…

CCS and WERA racer Brian Stark was seriously injured in a fall at his workplace on Friday, March 18, suffering broken C3, C4 and C5 vertabra in his neck. According to racing friend Jimmy Sheats, “He is still under the medication so there is no information on the severity of the damage as of yet.” Messages can be sent to Stark c/o Sheats at [email protected] or care of George Tergin at: Tergin Motorsports 1020 Hammann DR. Jefferson City, MO 65109

Special Stuff To Celebrate 20th Year Of GSX-Rs

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Special Stuff To Celebrate 20th Year Of GSX-Rs

Suzuki Commemorates GSX-R 20th Anniversary With Special-Edition Models and Accessories New jackets, helmets and other commemorative gear celebrate two decades of the world-renowned sportbike line BREA, Calif. – Suzuki Motor Corp. marks the 20th anniversary of its hugely successful GSX-R line with special-edition models, riding gear and apparel intended to celebrate the impact of one of the world’s most dominant brands of sportbikes. To commemorate the global success and popularity of the groundbreaking GSX-R brand, originally introduced to riders in 1985, Suzuki launches 20th anniversary special-edition models of the GSX-R750 and GSX-R600 bikes. These models pay homage to the original GSX-R by blending “retro” color schemes with special commemorative graphics and new features. But Suzuki isn’t stopping there. For riders wanting commemorative gear to go with their commemorative bikes, Suzuki is introducing special-edition riding gear and apparel including a 20th anniversary Shoei helmet, leather riding jacket and textile jacket designed with graphics from the original 1985 GSX-R750 and 20th anniversary GSX-R750 and 600 models. The company is also offering commemorative T-shirts showing the classic GSX-R design at four distinct periods during its 20 years of street and track dominance. The GSX-R 20th anniversary riding gear and apparel will be available April 1st at participating Suzuki motorcycle and ATV dealers. Supplies of special-edition, commemorative merchandise are limited.

Recent Wedding

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Recent Wedding

Former racer Christopher Nugent married Lauri Dee Ann Maguire March 19, in Hollywood, California. Nugent’s claims to fame include involvement with Robb Report Motorcycling, Dream Team Ducati, Pro Italia, Marina Yamaha, Racecrafters, Kerker and Vetter Fairings.

Aprilia RSV1000R Factory Featured In New Video Game

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Aprilia RSV1000R Factory Featured In New Video Game

Aprilia’s award-winning Super Sport V-Twin also stars in national sweepstakes (March 22 , Woodstock, GA) – The award-winning Aprilia RSV 1000R Factory, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer’s potent 138-hp super sport bike, doesn’t just dominate the competition on the track and in the twisties. On April 12, 2005, racing enthusiasts with a need for speed can legally, albeit virtually, take a one-of-a-kind RSV 1000 R Factory full-throttle to the city streets when Rockstar Games unleashes the latest version of its multi-million-unit selling Midnight Club video game franchise, Midnight Club 3: DUB Edition. In addition to customizing and racing Aprilia’s top-of-the-line Factory on XboxR video games system from Microsoft or the PlayStationR2 computer entertainment system, riders can also check out and register to win a special Rockstar Games edition of the RSV 1000 R Factory at 11 DUB SuperSeries lifestyle shows. The Factory will be the exclusive motorcycle featured in the Rockstar Games exhibit, beginning with the April 12th DUB SuperSeries show at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, California. “Aprilia is the performance bike brand of choice for enthusiasts who demand style with street credibility and who steer clear of mass market machines,” said Michael Orr, marketing manager, Aprilia World Services. “That profile is a perfect fit for DUB SuperSeries show attendees.” In addition to connecting Aprilia with consumers at the DUB shows, the multi-tiered, seven-month promotion includes print, interactive and retail components, such as a Sweepstakes print advertising campaign in the country’s top gaming magazine, Game Informer. Aprilia will also feature the game on its national demo tour, which visits major races and events, and Aprilia’s 138 U.S. dealers will be participating with point-of-purchase promotions. Midnight Club 3: DUB Edition, available for Xbox and Playstation2, features the world’s most coveted high-performance machines, all garaged and ready for custom modifications and an all-out assault on the pavement. Players who choose the Aprilia RSV 1000 R Factory from the game’s motorcycle garage will find that, just like the real motorcycle, the bike already comes standard with a wealth of race-inspired equipment and, even without modifications, is ready, willing and able to rumble. Aprilia(s RSV 1000 R Factory pumps a commanding 138 hp out of its super exotic 990cc V-twin Magnesium engine. Coupled with a lightweight aluminum and silicon alloy frame which provides superior rigidity minus the bulk, the Factory guarantees pulse-pounding thrills and weighs in at just over 407 pounds. Standard equipment includes plenty of carbon body parts, forged and anodized aluminum OZ wheels, a competition quality Ohlins Racing front fork and rear shock and a patented Brembo brake system featuring industry-leading radial caliper technology. A culmination of years of innovation and engineering excellence, 22 World Championships, and the signature sultry style which Italian manufacturers make enthusiasts lust over, the Aprilia RSV Mille Factory is a tamed race bike offered for the streets. Even box-stock, the 2005 RSV 1000 R Factory looks completely custom. The 2005 MSRP for the race-ready Aprilia RSV 1000 R Factory is $18,999.00.

Jerry Wood Injury Update

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Jerry Wood Injury Update

Via e-mail: I want to let everyone know that I am home from the hospital and am expected to make a full recovery after time. My femur was driven through my pelvis upon landing from a highside exiting turn three (during a CCS race at Daytona International Speedway). The surgeon at Daytona said that he could not repair the damage so I was sent to a miracle man in Orlando. Many thanks to all of you from the motorcycle community who sent their best wishes and my family and friends who pulled the Daytona auction off while I was hospitalized. Jerry Wood

Regina Chains Launches New Website

Regina’s new web site ~http://www.reginachain.it/~ Regina announces it has developed a new web site for those seeking knowledge on motorcycle chain. At the site one can find: “¢ Information on the history of Regina, a map to the home offices and the world wide sales network. The sales network page has an interactive world map where dealers can find the distributors for Regina in their region. “¢ Information on the recommended chains for Street, ATV, Motocross, or Enduro use, along with Trials, Karting and Engine chains. “¢ A listing of the entire range of Regina motorcycle, kart and engine chains with dimensions, weights, strengths and technical information. “¢ Regina’s racing heritage, current sponsored racers and a photo gallery of sponsored racers from MotoGP, WSB, MX1 and MX2 “¢ An extensive Use & Maintenance section with notes on installation tips, tools and breakers, lubrication, maintenance, when to replace, a trouble shooting guide, and downloadable video clips of the above topics. “¢ The English language version is available by clicking on the British flag when on the Italian home page or one can go to this site: ~http://www.reginachain.it/eng/index.asp~

Stroud On Provisional Entry List For Phillip Island World Superbike Round

Provisional World Superbike Entry List For Phillip Island Event April 1-3 1, James Toseland, GBR, Duc 999F05, Ducati Xerox Team 3, Norick Abe, JPN, Yam YZF-R1, Yamaha Motor France – IPONE 6, Mauro Sanchini, ITA, Kaw ZX-10R, Team PSG-1 Kawasaki Corse 7, Pierfrancesco Chili, ITA, Hon CBR1000RR, Team Klaffi Honda 8, Ivan Clementi, ITA, Kaw ZX-10R, Team Kawasaki Bertocchi 9, Chris Walker, GBR, Kawa ZX-10R, Team PSG-1 Kawasaki Corse 10, Fonsi Nieto, ESP, Duc 999RS, Team Ducati SC – Caracchi 11, Troy Corser, AUS, Suz GSX-R1000, Team Alstare Suzuki Corona Extra 12, Lorenzo Alfonsi, ITA, Yam YZF-R1, D.F. X. Treme 17, Miguel Praia, POR, Yam YZF-R1, DFXtreme Sterilgarda 19, Lucio Pedercini, ITA, Duc 999RS, Team Pedercini 20, Marco Borciani, ITA, Yam YZF-R1, DFXtreme Sterilgarda 23, Jiri Mrkyvka, CZE, Duc 999RS, SBK Team JM 24, Garry McCoy, AUS, Foggy PETRONAS FP1, Foggy Petronas Racing 27, Alessio Corradi*, ITA, Duc 999RS, Team Pedercini 30, Jose Luis Cardoso, ESP, Yam YZF-R1, D.F. X. Treme 31, Karl Muggeridge, AUS, Hon CBR1000RR, Winston Ten Kate Honda 32, Sebastien Gimbert, FRA, Yam YZF-R1, Yamaha Motor France – IPONE 41, Noriyuki Haga, JPN, Yam YZF-R1, Yamaha Motor Italia WSB Team 45, Gianluca Vizziello, ITA, Yam YZF-R1, Team Lorenzini by Leoni 55, Regis Laconi, FRA, Duc 999F05, Duc Xerox Team 57, Lorenzo Lanzi, ITA, Duc 999RS, Team Ducati SC – Caracchi 71, Yukio Kagayama, JPN, Suz GSX-R1000, Team Alstare Suzuki Corona Extra 76, Max Neukirchner, GER, Hon CBR1000RR, Team Klaffi Honda 77, Chris Vermeulen, AUS, Hon CBR1000RR, Winston Ten Kate Honda 88, Andrew Pitt, AUS, Yam YZF-R1, Yamaha Motor Italia WSB Team 99, Steve Martin, AUS, Foggy PETRONAS FP1, Foggy Petronas Racing 155, Ben Bostrom, USA, Hon CBR1000RR, Team Renagade KOJI 200, Giovanni Bussei, ITA, Kaw ZX-10R, Team Kawasaki Bertocchi 93, Andrew Stroud, NZE, Suz GSX-R1000, Superbike New Zealand *Substitute rider for Alessio Velini

Another Sponsor For USGPRU Series

USGPRU Announces Repsol Lubricants Sweepstakes ODENTON, MD. — The United States Grand Prix Racers Union (USGPRU) today announced Repsol Lubricants Sweepstakes on the www.usgpru.net website. Nearly one hundred winners will be selected through the Sweepstakes. No purchase is required to participate in the Repsol Lubricants Sweepstakes. Winners will be announced both on the USGPRU website and race events. Repsol Lubricants is also sponsoring each USGPRU race event with Repsol merchandise prizes for race participants. “Repsol’s support of the USGPRU is consistent with our support for two-wheeled competition on the World level including MotoGP, AMA Pro Racing, and Dakar Rally”, said Ignacio Belloni, North American Brand Manager for Repsol YPF. “We wanted to bring a bit of the fun factor to the USGPRU through the Repsol Lubricants Sweepstakes, offering anybody a chance to win”. “While we’re having fun, the Repsol Lubricants Sweepstakes helps increase awareness of the USGPRU and GP racing here in the United States”, said Stewart Aitken-Cade, President of the USGPRU. “The Repsol name is synonymous with MotoGP racing’s Nicky Hayden, Max Biaggi, and Valentino Rossi. This level of name recognition catapults the USGPRU to the forefront of road racing in the United States.” About Repsol YPF Repsol YPF is an integrated oil and gas company of international dimension, operating in over 25 countries, and leader in Spain and Argentina. One of the world’s ten largest private oil companies and the largest private energy company in Latin America in terms of assets, it produces over 1.1 million barrels of oil equivalent per day of oil and gas, and owns over 5 billion barrels of oil equivalent in reserves, mostly in Latin America and North Africa. With a refining capacity more than 1.2 million barrels per day, it operates nine refineries, five of them in Spain, three in Argentina, and one in Peru. For the last 35 years, Repsol products have been tested under the most demanding conditions, from MotoGP to the Dakar Rally. Under these extreme conditions where engines often have to perform at the highest level for very long periods of time it is fundamental to protect them with lubricants that guarantee the highest reliability. With more than 30 titles worldwide, we can rest assured that we are offering you “World Champion Lubricants”. For more information, please see www.repsolypf.com About USGPRU The USGPRU is the officially recognized Motorcycle 125 Grand Prix National Championship(r) and 250 Grand Prix National Championship TM series. The USGPRU emulates true World MotoGP racing experience and serves to attract young riders to gain experience in a professional environment and provide a path to world-class motorcycle racing. The USGPRU structures events with extended length grand prix racing exclusive to the GP machines, timed qualifying and strong contingency and sponsor support. For additional details, visit www.USGPRU.net

WERA National Season Starts This Weekend In Florida

WERA National Series Begins 2005 Season This Weekend JENNINGS, Fla. – WERA will begin the 2005 National Endurance and Challenge Series season this weekend at Florida’s Jennings GP, the first of 11 races for the top amateur series in the nation. The weekend’s racing will begin with the six-hour WERA Dunlop National Endurance Series race on Saturday, March 26. The race begins at 11:30 and will feature five classes. A full grid is expected as teams are anxious for racing after the long off-season. Vesrah Suzuki will be returning to defend their overall and Heavyweight Superbike title on a Suzuki GSX-R1000. Their rider lineup for the season includes Mark Junge, Tray Batey and John Jacobi. Other returning class champions include Team Velocity Racing and Army of Darkness. A number of new teams are slated for the series, as well. The WERA Michelin National Challenge Series will feature ten-lap sprint races on Sunday, March 27. After practice in the morning, the racing will begin at noon. Notable classes include Formula 1, Open Superstock, and 600 and 750 Superstock. The Superstock classes are traditionally showcases for the best talent in the amateur ranks, with many competitors going on to a professional career. Other classes include Heavyweight and Lightweight Twins, 600 and 750 Superbike, and Formula 2. Jennings GP is a motorcycle-only track conveniently located off of I-75, just 20 miles south of Valdosta, Ga. Directions to the track can be found at www.jenningsgp.com or by calling 386-938-1110. Tickets for the opening round of the WERA National Series are $30, including Friday’s practice day and race days. Tickets for Sunday only are $20. Camping is also available. More information about WERA, including a full schedule of events and updated points after each round, can be found at www.WERA.com More, from a press release issued by Team Velocity Racing: Team Velocity Racing to Defend Title in WERA National Endurance Series AUGUSTA, Ga. – Team Velocity Racing has announced that they will return to the WERA National Endurance Series for the 2005 season to defend their Heavyweight Superstock title. Team Velocity Racing rode the No. 3 Yamaha YZF-R1 to the class championship last year in only their second season together. The competition in the class was fierce all season, and the championship was not decided until the final round at Road Atlanta in October. For this season, team owner Chuck Ivey is anxious to build upon the team’s knowledge and success in Heavyweight Superstock. “We wanted to defend our title and perfect our program this season,” stated Ivey. “Sure we won the championship last year, but we made some mistakes. Until we’re prepared to win consistently, I don’t want to move up to Heavyweight Superbike. I think another year of Superstock and growing as a team will help us take another step forward.” Team Velocity Racing will feature the riding talents of Ivey, Reuben Frankenfield, Steven Breckenridge and Mark Crozier. Ivey, Frankenfield and Breckenridge are returning for their third season with the team. Crozier is a veteran of endurance racing and has already begun testing the Team Velocity Racing Yamaha. “Steven, Reuben and I have gotten to know each other and we all work well together,” explained Ivey. “Bringing Mark on is a logical step. We’ve all known him for a few years, and he’s got a lot of knowledge and talent. He adapted to our bike quickly when we tested.” The first race of the season for Team Velocity Racing will be the WERA National Endurance Series season opener at Jennings GP in Florida. The six-hour race will be held on Saturday, March 26. Fans can keep up with Team Velocity Racing’s endurance season at www.TeamVelocityRacing.com

Fund-Raising Party Results Announced

TrackDaz Donates over $1000 to Roadracing World Action Fund Thanks to all that showed up at Hooters Anaheim to watch the Daytona 200! We all had a great time, good to meet new riders and see familiar faces. And in keeping with TrackDaz tradition, we had a raffle with some smashing prizes provided by TrackDaz and our sponsors. Hahm Motorsports also brought in some great accessories and prizes and helped make this nothing less than a spectacular giveaway, with many of those in attendance walking away with some outstanding prizes. In all the raffle raised just over $500 dollars, which TrackDaz is matching for a donation of over $1000 to the Roadracing World Action Fund to make our sport safer! Looks like we are going to make this a yearly event. Thanks to Hooters Anaheim and all of our great sponsors for helping us make this event a success! From another press release: The 2nd annual CherrypickerRacing.com Daytona Party sponsored by Riders-Choice was a complete success. With over 100 race fans attending the event, we are happy to announce that the auction and raffle ticket sales raised over $10,000 for the Canadian Roadracers Safety Fund. “There was a lot of effort put into planning this event.” said John Brundl, the event organizer. “But seeing the support from the industry for the sport made it all worthwhile.”

Racers Know They’re Having Bad Luck When They Get Hurt At Work…

CCS and WERA racer Brian Stark was seriously injured in a fall at his workplace on Friday, March 18, suffering broken C3, C4 and C5 vertabra in his neck. According to racing friend Jimmy Sheats, “He is still under the medication so there is no information on the severity of the damage as of yet.” Messages can be sent to Stark c/o Sheats at [email protected] or care of George Tergin at: Tergin Motorsports 1020 Hammann DR. Jefferson City, MO 65109

Special Stuff To Celebrate 20th Year Of GSX-Rs

Suzuki Commemorates GSX-R 20th Anniversary With Special-Edition Models and Accessories New jackets, helmets and other commemorative gear celebrate two decades of the world-renowned sportbike line BREA, Calif. – Suzuki Motor Corp. marks the 20th anniversary of its hugely successful GSX-R line with special-edition models, riding gear and apparel intended to celebrate the impact of one of the world’s most dominant brands of sportbikes. To commemorate the global success and popularity of the groundbreaking GSX-R brand, originally introduced to riders in 1985, Suzuki launches 20th anniversary special-edition models of the GSX-R750 and GSX-R600 bikes. These models pay homage to the original GSX-R by blending “retro” color schemes with special commemorative graphics and new features. But Suzuki isn’t stopping there. For riders wanting commemorative gear to go with their commemorative bikes, Suzuki is introducing special-edition riding gear and apparel including a 20th anniversary Shoei helmet, leather riding jacket and textile jacket designed with graphics from the original 1985 GSX-R750 and 20th anniversary GSX-R750 and 600 models. The company is also offering commemorative T-shirts showing the classic GSX-R design at four distinct periods during its 20 years of street and track dominance. The GSX-R 20th anniversary riding gear and apparel will be available April 1st at participating Suzuki motorcycle and ATV dealers. Supplies of special-edition, commemorative merchandise are limited.

Recent Wedding

Former racer Christopher Nugent married Lauri Dee Ann Maguire March 19, in Hollywood, California. Nugent’s claims to fame include involvement with Robb Report Motorcycling, Dream Team Ducati, Pro Italia, Marina Yamaha, Racecrafters, Kerker and Vetter Fairings.

Aprilia RSV1000R Factory Featured In New Video Game

Aprilia’s award-winning Super Sport V-Twin also stars in national sweepstakes (March 22 , Woodstock, GA) – The award-winning Aprilia RSV 1000R Factory, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer’s potent 138-hp super sport bike, doesn’t just dominate the competition on the track and in the twisties. On April 12, 2005, racing enthusiasts with a need for speed can legally, albeit virtually, take a one-of-a-kind RSV 1000 R Factory full-throttle to the city streets when Rockstar Games unleashes the latest version of its multi-million-unit selling Midnight Club video game franchise, Midnight Club 3: DUB Edition. In addition to customizing and racing Aprilia’s top-of-the-line Factory on XboxR video games system from Microsoft or the PlayStationR2 computer entertainment system, riders can also check out and register to win a special Rockstar Games edition of the RSV 1000 R Factory at 11 DUB SuperSeries lifestyle shows. The Factory will be the exclusive motorcycle featured in the Rockstar Games exhibit, beginning with the April 12th DUB SuperSeries show at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, California. “Aprilia is the performance bike brand of choice for enthusiasts who demand style with street credibility and who steer clear of mass market machines,” said Michael Orr, marketing manager, Aprilia World Services. “That profile is a perfect fit for DUB SuperSeries show attendees.” In addition to connecting Aprilia with consumers at the DUB shows, the multi-tiered, seven-month promotion includes print, interactive and retail components, such as a Sweepstakes print advertising campaign in the country’s top gaming magazine, Game Informer. Aprilia will also feature the game on its national demo tour, which visits major races and events, and Aprilia’s 138 U.S. dealers will be participating with point-of-purchase promotions. Midnight Club 3: DUB Edition, available for Xbox and Playstation2, features the world’s most coveted high-performance machines, all garaged and ready for custom modifications and an all-out assault on the pavement. Players who choose the Aprilia RSV 1000 R Factory from the game’s motorcycle garage will find that, just like the real motorcycle, the bike already comes standard with a wealth of race-inspired equipment and, even without modifications, is ready, willing and able to rumble. Aprilia(s RSV 1000 R Factory pumps a commanding 138 hp out of its super exotic 990cc V-twin Magnesium engine. Coupled with a lightweight aluminum and silicon alloy frame which provides superior rigidity minus the bulk, the Factory guarantees pulse-pounding thrills and weighs in at just over 407 pounds. Standard equipment includes plenty of carbon body parts, forged and anodized aluminum OZ wheels, a competition quality Ohlins Racing front fork and rear shock and a patented Brembo brake system featuring industry-leading radial caliper technology. A culmination of years of innovation and engineering excellence, 22 World Championships, and the signature sultry style which Italian manufacturers make enthusiasts lust over, the Aprilia RSV Mille Factory is a tamed race bike offered for the streets. Even box-stock, the 2005 RSV 1000 R Factory looks completely custom. The 2005 MSRP for the race-ready Aprilia RSV 1000 R Factory is $18,999.00.

Jerry Wood Injury Update

Via e-mail: I want to let everyone know that I am home from the hospital and am expected to make a full recovery after time. My femur was driven through my pelvis upon landing from a highside exiting turn three (during a CCS race at Daytona International Speedway). The surgeon at Daytona said that he could not repair the damage so I was sent to a miracle man in Orlando. Many thanks to all of you from the motorcycle community who sent their best wishes and my family and friends who pulled the Daytona auction off while I was hospitalized. Jerry Wood

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